Hey is the label debut EP by American rapper/producer Le1f, released on March 11, 2014 on the Terrible Records. (Wikipedia) (See all definitions)
Especially with a super clean face and pores that aren’t clogged with grime (hey, it happens).
HEALTH & FITNESS
But hey thats ok because my son is SOOO cute in the bath and just loves to splash and play and it ends my day on a really good note =)
PARENTING
hey, champ, just saw the news that tim tebow signed with the mets.
SPORTS
We all like to wax poetically about how it «takes a village» to raise a child, yet when that village speaks up and says that hey, maybe you should try this tactic or maybe what you’re doing isn’t the safest, we all get defensive.
PARENTING
Stuttgart defender and German wunderkind — hey, look at that, that’s the first time I was able to use that term in a linguistically correct manner — Antonio Rudiger has already landed in Rome to take his medical ahead of his loan spell with the Giallorossi.
SPORTS
You can dress up a very simple outfit, hide a tummy, cover up a wrinkled shirt or stains (hey, I’m a mamá!)
FASHION
And hey, the famous St. Peter’s oval bottle is worth buying on its own!
FOOD & BEVERAGES
hey im Lauren im 19 and my partner Jason is 21 we are both bi i can be shy where as Jason is quite a confident person, we are into art, music, anime, gaming.
DATING
All of them are beautiful, but the cream is just so bridal, and hey, it your engagement party, live it up!
FASHION
Applesauce Sour Cream Pound Cake Big, bold, moist, simple hey, pass me a slice!
FOOD & BEVERAGES
I’m ashamed to admit that when I am all done with mine I have the nerve to ask our three year old, «hey, you gonna eat that?»
FOOD & BEVERAGES
hey i’m Rae… 23 single from Laplace area… I have a 1 year old son..
DATING
There are better teams than us left in this competition and winning it remains a pipe dream but, hey, we are in the draw for the QFs so let’s hope we can find our mojo and get lucky.
SPORTS
So remember, if you adopt this heliocentric view then all the planets are running around the Sun, which to us in the 21st century it’s like, hey, that’s all right.
SCIENCE
lol im sure you read the bios just for laughter but hey mines seriously all awesomness of amazingness, word!
DATING
I hope this list is helpful and, hey, if you know of someone who could use this info, please pass it along!
PARENTING
You get 50 messages in a day from guys all saying basically the same thing («hey what’s up»).
DATING
On Yelp, Luke W. said, «Come for the drinks, stay for the vibes, take the food in stride, and, if you see me, say hey!»
DATING
That’s why I start playing with language and thinking around like hey, can you accept a little part of yourself?
HEALTH & FITNESS
And, hey I’m behind with comments too.
FASHION
It only lasted for a day but hey we got some!
FASHION
Add a heel, some seriously awesome bling & hey presto I’m relaxed glam at the beach bar sipping Aperol Spritz!
FASHION
hey ice i liked the look of junior stanislav, nouble is very raw but the fact that zola prefers him to sears already shows he must hav something about him… behrami put in his best shift in your colours thus far, i think kovac isnt up to much at the mo mate, i hear u may be swapping upson for pavelachenko…..
SPORTS
If, after reading it, you aren’t motivated and excited about working hard to become incredibly good at something… hey, there’s no hope for you.
BUSINESS
and hey, maybe the unions will be similarly inspired to act in solidarity with the rest of the western world and forego or postpone thier raise.
POLITICS
he refuses taking it and fuss a lot everytime I wan na rub it due to bitterness but hey..
PARENTING
hey im bored and im all alone i think it would be perfect dating a gamer chick right now hopefully i can find someone 420 friendly;) hopefully i can meet someone who wants to share some good times and play video games…
DATING
Hmm… Yo yo dieting and unsustainable exercise, I wonder if that could be making it hard on the body, or hey!
HEALTH & FITNESS
hey girls out there I’m a young Hispanic guy looking for someone that wants me to go out and have fun
DATING
As I’m stacking them (for her to keep knocking to the floor) I did a head tilt thinking, hey, it’s kind of awkward and pumpkinish, but I kind of like these two together strangely enough.
FASHION
White chocolate matcha cake — hey modest marce.
FOOD & BEVERAGES
And, hey… I have that same Anthro napkin!
FOOD & BEVERAGES
I never knew how harmful cortisol could be — hey Tara have you ever tried supplements that alleviate «adrenal fatigue»?
HEALTH & FITNESS
And hey, there’s nothin» wrong with frozen pizza.
FASHION
Showy Leo loves attention, and hey, there’s no shame in that.
HEALTH & FITNESS
Be creative, play with textures, colors and eye-catchy details and don’t forget to choose comfortable outfit because hey every holiday party is calling us for a dance
FASHION
I love how no1 mentions that Sanchez also stopped scoring since giroud has been bangin in the goals but hey let’s blame ozil
SPORTS
I imagine sour cream would have yielded a firmer outcome but, hey, I had the yougart in the fridge!
FOOD & BEVERAGES
I could go on and discuss Genesis 19:1-11 or i could bring up Judges 19:16-24 or hey!
RELIGION
but hey who wants someone who going to lie..
DATING
We don’t do typically do meatballs around here, and the recipe called for cilantro and cumin, but I thought, hey, how about chickpea croquettes with dill?
FOOD & BEVERAGES
-LSB-…] In that case, I head straight to the Sbux (hey, I’m going there anyways for my favorite morning mint latte) and order their hot oatmeal.
FASHION
And hey, who wouldn’t like to give their little one the stars to sleep under?
PARENTING
I help others because I am in a position that I can help them and don’t need others to know «hey look at me, I just gave this building to this school and now it’s named after me!».
RELIGION
Maybe one of these days I’ll get hired — hey maybe by you!
FASHION
hey Beth — thanks so much for including my 5 ingredient summer salad in this list — the other recipes look SO good!!!
FASHION
So a lot of stories to share and then a lot of people send me messages like hey, that happened to me or you won’t believe what happened to me.
PARENTING
And hey, enjoy breakfast for the rest of the week!
HEALTH & FITNESS
Granted, when you don’t stop buying cloth diapers, the cost effective quality can be lost, but, hey, at least it’s fun!
PARENTING
If your like me, you like wearing t-shirts that say «hey, I like painting things, crafting, drinking coffee and collecting junk:) Pretty much… [Read more…]
FASHION
Similar words: they. Meaning: [heɪ] 
interj.1. (used as an exclamation to call attention or to express pleasure, surprise, bewilderment, etc.) 2. Southern U.S. Informal. hello: used as a greeting..
1. Hey, don’t tell me what to do.
2. Hey Chris, your fly’s undone!
3. Hey,How did your English test go?
4. Hey! What are you doing with my car?
5. Hey, Mac, watch where you’re going!
6. Hey, you kids! Don’t all snatch!
7. Hey, baby, what’s your name?
8. Hey, come and look at this!
9. Hey baby, why don’t you get out on the floor and strut your stuff?
10. Hey, doll, why don’t you get me a cup of coffee?
11. Hey, leave off! I hate people touching my hair.
12. Hey you guys! Where are you going?
13. Hey! Hands off that CD! It’s mine!
14. Hey! Cool it! Don’t get so excited!
15. Hey lady you can’t park there!
16. Hey, that’s mine. Fork it over!
17. Hey, bud, how’s it going?
18. «Hey! Look out!» shouted Patty.
19. Hey, dudes! I just bought this awesome new CD!
20. Hey, hands off! That’s my drink!
21. Hey, missus(Sentencedict), are these your kids?
22. Hey, you there! Watch out!
23. Hey, back off a little.
24. Hey, I really dig those shoes!
25. Hey, mac! What do you think you’re doing?
26. His horse is falling off its hey.
27. Hey, man, are you coming?
28. Hey, watch where you’re going!
29. Hey, Mum, knock something together for us to eat.
30. Hey, would you like a Bud?
We all know that “hi” and “hey” are great ways to greet people. But, did you know that there are some differences between the two words? It might help to go over what these are in certain contexts, so this article will explain all you need to know!
Difference Between “Hi” and “Hey”
“Hi” is a more formal greeting that allows you to address a wide range of people (both friends and strangers alike). “Hey” is an informal greeting that works best when you are already familiar with the person you’re greeting. The two salutations are interchangeable.
It’s second nature to most native speakers when using “hi” and “hey.” Since they’re both common greetings, most people don’t even think about the tone behind them.
They are interchangeable because “hi” and “hey” work both formally and informally.
Typically, “hi” is best when you don’t know the people you’re talking to, but even native speakers will sometimes use “hi” when they are talking to people they’ve known for years.
Similarly, “hey” is better when you do know the person you’re greeting, but there are no specific rules that mean you can’t use “hey” in the middle of a formal email (though, you would have to be very brave to try this).
“Hi” works best formally. You should use it as a greeting when you are talking to someone new, or someone that you know likes formal language. It is less familiar when you use this form, so it makes more sense when you’re writing it in formal emails.
“Hi” can work better in written English because written English is a bit more reliant on formal rules. It makes more sense to use it in writing than in speaking because “hi” feels less natural to say than “hey.”
If you want to learn how to use “hi” in a sentence, here’s how it can work:
- Hi, there! I hope you’re having a really nice stay in our hotel. Is there anything I can get for you?
- Hi! Do you have the bill ready? We would like to pay for this food!
- Oh, hi! I’m sorry, but I didn’t see you there! What can I get for you today?
- Hi, guys! I need to talk to you about what went down last night. We have to make sure we’re all on the same page with this.
- Hi! How are you? It feels like it’s been a long time since we last spoke to each other. I hope you’ve been keeping well.
When To Use “Hey”
“Hey” is the informal variation that works better when you know the people you’re greeting. There are no rules that tell you that you have to know someone for a certain amount of time before using “hey.” You can use it whenever it feels natural for you.
Most younger native speakers will use “hey” as a default greeting today. It’s more uncommon to find “hi” used in spoken English.
Learning how to use “hey” in a sentence is as simple as this:
- Hey, guys! Are you all ready to get into the game? I’m going to beat you all!
- Hey! I’m so sorry about that! I won’t let it happen again, and I’ll be sure to help you out next time.
- Hey, guys! I’m so glad you invited me to this event! I think we’re going to have a really fun time!
- Oh, hey guys. I wasn’t aware that we were supposed to be meeting today. I guess nobody told me.
- Hey, there! How are you? It’s been a while, but I’d like to meet up for a coffee sometime soon!
Is “Hey” More Informal Than “Hi”?
Generally, “hey” is more informal than “hi.” It’s more common to use “hey” in spoken English because the formal rules are relaxed when speaking. Most native speakers will use “hey” because it feels more natural, whereas “hi” can sound a little more robotic.
Is “Hey” or “Hi” Most Appropriate In Emails?
Both greetings are suitable in emails, but “hi” is definitely better suited for formal emails. You’ll find that “hey” is only ever used as a greeting in an email when you are already familiar with the person you’re emailing, and you know that you don’t have to worry about formality.
Formal emails work better with “hi,” like so:
- Hi team,
- I’m writing this email to make sure that you’re all on board with the new changes coming up soon.
- Kind regards,
- Mr. Boss
- Hi sir,
- Thank you for your comment. I’ll be sure to get on that right away.
- All the best,
- Jonathan Woodford
Informal emails can be better when “hey” is used to include a more natural tone:
- Hey guys,
- How have you all been keeping? I hope this email hasn’t found you at a bad time.
- Best wishes,
- George
- Hey there,
- Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad that you are enjoying our products.
- Yours,
- The Water Co.
You may also like:
“Hi There” – What Does “There” Mean And Should You Use It?
“Hi all” or “Hi All” – Correct Version (Formal Email)
Is “Hey” or “Hi” More Flirty?
“Hey” is the most flirty phrase. If you’re talking to someone that you have a crush on, you will almost always use “hey” to greet them. Likewise, when texting a girl, “hey” is going to be the more natural phrase to use to show that you’re interested in them.
Of course, it isn’t limited to texting girls. “Hey” works just as well when texting a guy too. It would help to use it when you want to be a little more casual in your conversation without sounding like you’re trying to flirt too much.
Also, many people include extra “Y’s” at the end of “hey” when they want to show genuine interest in someone. This is just a trend that has developed over the years since text messages have become more commonplace.
- Hey, Sarah! How are you keeping? Do you fancy coming to see a movie with me later?
- Heyyyy! How are you? I’m so glad you decided to text me about this.
- Heyy! I was wondering if you might like to go to prom with me this weekend!
- Oh, heyyyy! Long time no speak! I’ve really missed you!
You may also like:
10 Things It Could Mean When Someone Texts You “Heyyy”
“Hey Yourself” – 7 More Appropriate Alternatives
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interjection
(used as an exclamation to call attention or to express pleasure, surprise, bewilderment, etc.)
Informal. hello: used as a greeting.
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Origin of hey
1150–1200; Middle English hei
Words nearby hey
hexose, hex sign, hexyl, hexyl group, hexylresorcinol, hey, heyday, “Hey Diddle Diddle”, Heyduck, Heyer, Heyerdahl
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Words related to hey
greetings, hi, howdy, welcome, ahem, alas, amen, boo, er, exclamation, hello, hooray, hurrah, oh, shucks, whoopee, wow, bonjour, buenas noches, buenos dias
How to use hey in a sentence
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Everywhere I go, ‘Hey Cartman, you must like Family Guy, right?’
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Hey, whatever keeps those lecherous freaks from sexually assaulting humans is fine by us.
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Then, last year, she received a call from Anderson: “Hey, do you remember when we met over ten years ago?”
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But hey, maybe anti-regime posters wrote those, this being one place where it is open to being cyber-slimed.
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On the one hand, these results say: Hey, there is real support for Democrats in the South.
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Und you vos go owid on der blains und catch some counterfeiters, hey?
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By the way, I’ve just found out why you was so anxious to get into this house, hey?
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He stopped in his dressing to say, «We’ve struck a great boarding place, hey?»
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Welting a man on the head with a whip-stock ain’t anything, hey?
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But the land is an enemy to be feared, while the Frenchman is not—hey!
British Dictionary definitions for hey
interjection
an expression indicating surprise, dismay, discovery, etc, or calling for another’s attention
Southern African an exclamation used for emphasis at the end of a statement, or alone to seek repetition or confirmation of another person’s statement
hey presto an exclamation used by conjurors to herald the climax of a trick
Word Origin for hey
C13: compare Old French hay, German hei, Swedish hej
Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
- greetings
- hi
- howdy
- welcome
- bonjour
- buenas noches
- buenos dias
- good day
- good morning
- hi-ya
- how are you
- how goes it
- howdy-do
- shalom
- what’s happening
- what’s up
- ahem
- alas
- amen
- boo
- er
- exclamation
- hello
- hooray
- hurrah
- oh
- shucks
- whoopee
- wow
- ah
- egad
- golly
- huh
- jeepers
- oops
- ouch
- phew
- phooey
- pooh
- psst
- rah
- ugh
- um
On this page you’ll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to hey, such as: greetings, hi, howdy, welcome, bonjour, and buenas noches.
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How to use hey in a sentence
Und you vos go owid on der blains und catch some counterfeiters, hey?
THE ROVER BOYS ON THE FARMARTHUR M. WINFIELD (AKA EDWARD STRATEMEYER)
By the way, I’ve just found out why you was so anxious to get into this house, hey?
WAYSIDE COURTSHIPSHAMLIN GARLAND
He stopped in his dressing to say, «We’ve struck a great boarding place, hey?»
WAYSIDE COURTSHIPSHAMLIN GARLAND
Welting a man on the head with a whip-stock ain’t anything, hey?
WAYSIDE COURTSHIPSHAMLIN GARLAND
But the land is an enemy to be feared, while the Frenchman is not—hey!
THE TWO ADMIRALSJ. FENIMORE COOPER
By the way, does any body know the name of the Frenchman—hey!
THE TWO ADMIRALSJ. FENIMORE COOPER
Maybe it saw everything from up there and was laughing to itself at all the crazy things we did, hey?
ROY BLAKELEY’S BEE-LINE HIKEPERCY KEESE FITZHUGH
Sherman walked over to the sleeper, favoring him with a vigorous shake and the word, «Hey!»
THE ONSLAUGHT FROM RIGELFLETCHER PRATT
Ought to have taken a rising vote of dudes, hey, to find out whether I had the right to h’ist my mudhook or not?
BLOW THE MAN DOWNHOLMAN DAY
«Hey, get your elbows out of there,» Geo heard Urson mutter before there was only a gentle thundering of his snore.
THE JEWELS OF APTORSAMUEL R. DELANY
SYNONYM OF THE DAY
OCTOBER 26, 1985
WORDS RELATED TO HEY
- bonjour
- buenas noches
- buenos dias
- good day
- good morning
- greetings
- hey
- hi
- hi-ya
- how are you
- how goes it
- howdy
- howdy-do
- shalom
- welcome
- what’s happening
- what’s up
- ah
- ahem
- alas
- amen
- boo
- egad
- er
- exclamation
- golly
- hello
- hey
- hooray
- huh
- hurrah
- jeepers
- oh
- oops
- ouch
- phew
- phooey
- pooh
- psst
- rah
- shucks
- ugh
- um
- whoopee
- wow
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